American Airlines could move from all-Boeing fleet with potential order for up to 100 A320s: reports

American Airlines is reportedly in talks with Airbus over a potential order for at least 100 A320 narrowbody aircraft (Bloomberg, 22-Jun-2011).A decision by the Board may come as soon as Jul-2011. The new aircraft would reportedly replace older aircraft, including B757 and MD-80 equipment. According to Ascend, American Airlines operates an all-Boeingfleet at present, comprising 616 aircraft at present. Commenting on the reports, Boeing Sales Chief Marlin Dailey noted that Boeing would "do everything we can to retain American Airlines as a Boeing customer. I wouldn't say they're drawn more to Airbus. They obviously are seriously evaluating their options." Discussing the status of the manufacturers talks with American Airlines, Mr Dailey stated: "We understand the challenge we've been given. You never know how things play out. We're moving. Working it hard."

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